Luis Ramón Cordero Passes Away: Dominican Baseball Legend and Journalist

Luis Ramón Cordero, Dominican Sports Legend, Passes Away

Santo Domingo – The Dominican Republic Professional Baseball League (Lidom) announced the passing of Luis Ramón Cordero, an emblematic figure in sports, a lawyer, and a journalist. Cordero, at 95 years old, leaves an indelible legacy in winter baseball and in the country’s communication. Born in La Vega, Cordero presided over Lidom between 1984 and 1990. During his tenure, he implemented significant administrative reforms, strengthening the structure of the tournament and promoting a modern vision for the management of professional baseball.

A life dedicated to journalism and public service

In addition to his outstanding work in the sports field, Luis Ramón Cordero had a prolific career in Dominican journalism. He was vice president of Listín Diario, was part of the management of El Nacional, and was general administrator of the latter in 1967. He was also among the founders of the newspaper Hoy, where he held executive positions in the 1980s. In the public sector, Cordero was a member of the Monetary Board (1982-1986) and a full member of the Central Electoral Board (JCE) in 1998, an organization to which he remained linked as an advisor.

Lidom regrets the loss

Luis Ramón Cordero was a man of firm principles and institutional vision. His contribution remains visible in the League we enjoy today. His passing represents a great loss for the sport and for the country.

Vitelio Mejía Ortiz, president of Lidom

Vitelio Mejía Ortiz, current president of Lidom, expressed his sorrow for the loss, highlighting Cordero’s impact on the development of Dominican baseball.

Beginnings in sports

His passion for sports manifested itself from an early age, with work at the La Voz del Camú radio station and collaborations in El Caribe. He was the producer of the Deportes de Ahora supplement, published for more than ten years alongside the El Nacional newspaper. In addition, he played an important role in the Dominican Sports Hall of Fame, where he was a member of the Permanent Committee and vice president, contributing to the recognition of great figures of national sport.

Reactions and acknowledgments

Various sports entities, journalists, leaders, and public figures have expressed their sorrow, highlighting Cordero’s integrity, discipline, and commitment to strengthening Dominican institutions.